Clint Smith Thunder Ranch S&W Model 325 .45 ACP revolver

The Smith & Wesson Model 325 Thunder Ranch might just be the perfect storm.

As the gold standard for revolvers in the U.S., Smith & Wesson has been turning out quality wheel guns, among others, for over 150 years at its factory in Springfield, Massachusetts.

When it comes to training, Clint Smith at Thunder Ranch holds a similar elite reputation. Built on an impressive resume, Thunder Ranch is one of the largest firearm training resources in the United States.

Let’s look at what happens when a legendary wheel gun maker draws on the expertise of a firearms training legend.